Nadav Shoval
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Nadav Shoval | |
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Born | 1990 Israel |
Known for | Founder of OpenWeb |
Nadav Shoval (born 1990) is an Israeli entrepreneur,[1] founder and CEO of OpenWeb,[2] a US-based unicorn software company that works with online publishers and advertisers.[3][4][5][6][7] In 2017, he was named one of Forbes’ Israel 30 Under 30.[8][9][10]
Early life and education
[edit]Nadav Shoval was born in 1990. As a child, Shoval was diagnosed with Kawasaki disease,[11][12][13] which led him to work with computers from an early age, allowing him to engage with online communities, build chats and forums, and work on old classroom computers.[14][15][16]
Career
[edit]In May 2010, Shoval founded Simple One, an app designed for the organization and handling of social media platforms and SMS communications, where he served as CEO.[17] Previously, in July 2005, Shoval had established Looop Ltd., an online marketing and sales company.[18]
In 2013, Shoval founded Spot.IM (later renamed OpenWeb), a US-based unicorn software company.[19] Shoval's stated mission for the company was to end online hate speech and toxicity by building social media tools intended to create safe online spaces.[20] The company partners with digital media houses, including The Huffington Post, Time, AOL, Yahoo, Hearst, Globes, Calcalist, and News Corp.[21][22][19] Shoval serves as the company's CEO, focusing on the development of its AI and ML-powered moderation products and its recent move into data and advertising.[23][24]
In 2017, Nadav Shoval was named one of Forbes’ Israel 30 Under 30.[25] Before founding OpenWeb, Shoval started numerous other software companies focused on social media.[26] He is a member of the World Economic Forum's Global Coalition for Digital Safety.[27]
Personal life
[edit]As of 2023, Shoval resides in Brooklyn, New York City. He is married and has one child.[28]
Public activities
[edit]Nadav Shoval is an advocate for mental health, being outspoken about his own struggles with PTSD, OCPD, and ADHD.[citation needed] In 2015, Shoval moved from Tel Aviv to New York City to start OpenWeb's US operation.[29][30][31]
References
[edit]- ^ Spot.IM, Nadav Shoval (2015-03-15). "Advice to young entrepreneurs: 5 things I wish I'd known before taking on the CEO role". VentureBeat. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Coffee, Patrick (2022-10-27). "OpenWeb, Which Helps Publishers Target Readers With Ads, Raises $170 Million". Wall Street Journal. ISSN 0099-9660. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ "The Human Founder: Why is Working on Our Mental Muscles the Most Important Job as Startup Founders?". Geektime. 2022-09-21. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "Nadav Shoval, Openweb Inc: Profile and Biography". Bloomberg.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Gallant, Michael (2020-06-05). "#16 - From Kawasaki Disease to Tech Unicorn - Nadav Shoval". MBA without BS. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "Nadav Shoval | Co-Founder and CEO - OpenWeb". Fast Company Executive Board. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "N12 - הנער שלא האמינו בו והפך ליזם מיליונר". N12. 2017-04-14. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Releases, Forbes Press. "Forbes Announces Second Annual Forbes Israel 30 Under 30 List, Highlighting the Accomplishments of 60 Game Changers from Across Israeli Society". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Merson, Rupert (2016-02-25). Growing a Business: Strategies for leaders and entrepreneurs. Profile. ISBN 978-1-78283-047-4.
- ^ חתן, גלית (2023-07-26). "אופן ווב חתמה על עסקאות בהיקף מאות מיליוני דולרים". Globes. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ Gallant, Michael (2020-06-05). "#16 - From Kawasaki Disease to Tech Unicorn - Nadav Shoval". MBA without BS. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Spiro, James (2020-06-25). "Talkback platform Spot.im is rebranding and cracking down on online toxicity". CTECH - www.calcalistech.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "The Human Founder Podcast | Ep. 75". www.galiblochliran.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "The Human Founder: Why is Working on Our Mental Muscles the Most Important Job as Startup Founders?". Geektime. 2022-09-21. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ חתן, גלית (2023-07-26). "אופן ווב חתמה על עסקאות בהיקף מאות מיליוני דולרים". Globes. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ אביגד, דורון (2021-10-23). "לא עשה בגרות אבל הקים חברה של מאות מיליונים: "דחפו לי רטלין"". Globes. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ "Contactout.com".
- ^ "TheOrg (Nadav Shoval)".
- ^ a b "Spot.IM מגייסת 13 מיליון דולר כדי להציל את המו"לים מפייסבוק". TheMarker. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ "Where's This Going: #78 Nadav Shoval on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ FinSMEs (2022-10-27). "OpenWeb Raises $170M In Series F Funding At $1.5 Billion Valuation". FinSMEs. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "TechAviv | Nadav Shoval". www.techaviv.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "OpenWeb CEO on Creating a Healthier Internet, Elon Musk 'Acting Like a Troll'". Cheddar News. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ חתן, גלית (2023-07-26). "אופן ווב חתמה על עסקאות בהיקף מאות מיליוני דולרים". Globes. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
- ^ Releases, Forbes Press. "Forbes Announces Second Annual Forbes Israel 30 Under 30 List, Highlighting the Accomplishments of 60 Game Changers from Across Israeli Society". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "Where's This Going on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. 2023-12-01. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "Global Coalition for Digital Safety".
- ^ "The Human Founder: Why is Working on Our Mental Muscles the Most Important Job as Startup Founders?". Geektime. 2022-09-21. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Gallant, Michael (2020-06-05). "#16 - From Kawasaki Disease to Tech Unicorn - Nadav Shoval". MBA without BS. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ Spiro, James (2020-06-25). "Talkback platform Spot.im is rebranding and cracking down on online toxicity". CTECH - www.calcalistech.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
- ^ "The Human Founder Podcast | Ep. 75". www.galiblochliran.com. Retrieved 2024-01-03.